Our Youth Services Librarians get asked this question every year — "why should children join the summer reading challenge?" So here's the scoop!
TPL's Summer Reading Challenge is a fun and beneficial experience for all ages! Research has shown that summer reading prevents “summer slide,” or loss of knowledge and reading proficiency over the summer. By participating in Summer Reading Challenge, your child will foster a love of reading, learning, and trying new experiences. Reluctant readers can be drawn to the library by the fun activities, and reading over the summer helps children keep their skills up. For more information on the benefits of library summer reading programs, visit, you can explore the resources shared here, opens a new window by the American Library Association.
Visit our Summer Reading Challenge webpage, opens a new window to learn how to sign up and to view our events calendar to see events and programs for all ages!
